WayneAnthonySousa

Wayne Anthony Sousa, 66, of Pen Argyl, passed away suddenly at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg after a prolonged battle with Parkinson's Disease. Born: in Easton, PA, October 20, 1945, he was the son of Josephine Sousa Belletti and Mario Belletti. Personal: The family moved to Pen Argyl from Nazareth when Wayne was 9, and he lived the remainder of his life in his beloved town. Wayne married his high school sweetheart, Maureen Jane Hewett, on May 1, 1965 and recently celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary. He graduated from Pen Argyl Area High School then continued his education at Lafayette College (B.A. in English), Lehigh University (Masters and PhD in literature), and Widener School of Law (J.D.). He taught high school English in multiple school districts over the years and was also employed in the law department at Conmec, Inc. in Bethlehem, PA. Prior to his illness, Wayne enjoyed both playing sports and being a spectator, traveling to the New England states, and was very fond of long walks in nature. In recent years, he loved the company of close friends and family. A simple man, he was happiest watching his grandchildren grow and spending quiet time with his devoted wife. Memberships: Wayne was a member of St. Elizabeth's parish in Pen Argyl. Survivors: He is survived by his wife, Maureen Sousa; his father, Mario Belletti; his daughter, Kelly, and her husband Joseph Puzzi of Orwigsburg, PA; two grandchildren, Christian and Samantha; his dog, Chloe. Wayne was preceded in death by his mother, Josephine Belletti. Services: Mass will be held on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 1 p.m. in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 300 W. Babbitt Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Guerro & Ruggiero Funeral Home, 126 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA. Memorials: The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Attn: Tribute Gifts, Church Street Station, P.O. Box 780 New York, NY 10008-0780.